Seasoning Soup Broth to Spice up a Recipe

Learn about adding herbs and spices when seasoning soup broth to spice up a soup recipe.

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2 hours DURATION
1-1/2 COOK TIME
15 minutes PREP TIME
1 gallon SERVINGS

Ingredients

  • 4 cups cubed potatoes
  • 4 cups chopped onions
  • 3 cups chopped carrots
  • 1 to 1-1/2 cups chopped celery
  • 1 cup cored and chopped, unpeeled apple (sweet type preferred)
  • 2 cups chopped turnips
  • 2 to 3 cups sliced green leek tops (optional)
  • 3 to 4 cups cubed winter or summer squash

Directions

  • Place all ingredients in large, heavy pan, cover with cold water and bring to boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer for 1 to 1-1/2 hours, adding water to keep ingredients covered by at least 2 inches, until all ingredients are very soft.
  • Strain and discard solids. This can be refrigerated for two to three days or frozen for several months.
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Learn what to use when seasoning soup broth, including herbs and seasonings for broth and a recipe for homemade vegetable stock.

Herbs and Vegetables to add When Seasoning Soup Broth

Select one or more of the following seasonings for 10 to 12 cups of broth:

  • 1-1/2 to 2 cups of aromatic vegetables such as onion, celery, mushrooms or bell peppers
  • 3 to 4 tablespoons of chopped fresh herbs – single herb or mixture of mild and robust (substitute 1 to 2 tablespoons dried herbs)
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